Volunteer Advocate for Social Change

4 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Volunteer Manitoba Full time

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Job Description:

We are a global movement of passionate citizens committed to raising our voices for a world without extreme poverty. Our advocacy organization combines the voices of volunteers with strategic areas of focus to leverage resources for programs and improved policies that give people living in poverty the health, education, and opportunity they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in advocacy efforts to generate political will to end extreme poverty
  • Engage with parliamentarians and other stakeholders to influence policy change
  • Collaborate with a team of dedicated volunteers to achieve common goals

Requirements:

  • Commitment to taking action every month
  • Ability to learn about advocacy and participate in efforts
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances

What You'll Gain:

  • Skills in advocacy and community engagement
  • Experience working with a team to achieve social change
  • A sense of fulfillment from making a difference in the lives of others

Volunteer Opportunity ID: 3389

Location of Volunteer Opportunity: Winnipeg

Time Commitment: Approximately 2 hours a week

Available during: Daytime, Evening, and Weekend

Does the opportunity require a criminal record check? No

Does the opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No

Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit, Uses a mobility device, French speaking / Bilingual (French and English)

Organization will provide: A letter of reference, Certificate of recognition, Training/Orientation



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